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Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Texas vs Santa Barbara, California

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 116.2% more expensive than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $108,085 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
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• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
389% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Arlington, Santa Barbara is:
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  116.2% higher
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  16.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  467.6% higher
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  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  15.4% lower
  Health
  14.0% higher
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  Personal
  4.3% lower
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